Report: Celtics in ‘sturdy talks’ about potential Kristaps Porzingis commerce

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The Celtics would reportedly transfer Malcolm Brogdon within the deal.

The Celtics might use some frontcourt assist, and are reportedly trying to deal with that want by pursuing a commerce for Washington ahead Kristaps Porzingis, in keeping with Shams Charania of The Athletic.

Charania reported that the Celtics are in “sturdy talks” with the Wizards and Clippers a few three-team commerce together with Malcolm Brogdon.

The Celtics would purchase Porzingis, Brogdon could be despatched to Los Angeles, and Washington would obtain Marcus Morris plus draft compensation if the deal goes by means of in keeping with Charania.

“I’m advised Boston and Washington have been in discussions on a possible framework as Porzingis navigates the choice on his $36 million participant possibility for subsequent season,” Charania stated. “The Wizards have proven a degree of curiosity in bringing again Porzingis on a brand new deal, however there have additionally contenders have been reaching out with curiosity within the 7-foot-3 huge man.”

The 27-year-old huge man from Latvia averaged 23.2 factors and eight.4 rebounds per sport for a struggling Wizards group final season. The Wizards traded star guard Bradley Beal to Phoenix earlier this week. Chris Paul was among the many gamers Washington acquired within the deal.

Pozingis was an All-Star in 2018, and has been productive when wholesome. However, sturdiness has been a significant problem for the 7-foot-3 Porzingis all through his profession. He missed your entire 2018-19 season with an ACL harm and has missed 25 video games or extra in 4 of the seven NBA seasons he has performed.